NRS 316 LATEST EXAM 3 2026-27 UNIVERSITY OF
PORTLAND |100% ACCURATE GRADED A| SOLVED
what are the lifespan considerations for children regarding stress?
no developed normal coping processes
lack of understanding of the concept of stress
coping skills are a strong determinant of the effect of ACESs in later life
what are some lifespan considerations for adulter adults?
tend to use denial and acceptance as coping strategies
likely to avoid the problem or withdraw from normal activities
what are the key concepts of the general adaptation syndrome?
explains the physiological response to stress over time.
what are the stages of general adaptation syndrome?
alarm, resistance, exhaustion
what are the key concepts of transactional model of stress?
This model explains how individuals assess and respond to stress through cognitive
appraisal and coping strategies.
What is the transactional model of stress and coping?
Stressor – Any external challenge or demand.
Primary Appraisal – Evaluating the stressor:
,Perceived susceptibility
Perceived severity
Motivational relevance
Causal focus
Secondary Appraisal – Assessing coping ability:
Perceived control over outcomes
Perceived control over emotions
Self-efficacy
Coping Effort:
Problem management (actively addressing stressor)
Emotional regulation (managing emotional response)
Moderators:
Dispositional coping style
Social support
Meaning-Based Coping:
Positive reappraisal
Revised goals
Spiritual beliefs
Positive events
Outcomes (Adaptation):
Emotional well-being
, Functional status
Health behaviors
what is primary appraisal?
appraisal on if the stressor is irrelevant, positive with pleasurable emotions or stressful
and viewed as a threat or challenge
what is secondary appraisal?
judgement of the situation in terms of significance to one's well-being and how one can
manage the situation. this is determined by how much control one feels they have. less
perceived control= higher level of distress
what are some nursing interventions during cognitive apprasial?
Non-threatening stance/posture
Create a safe space - limit unnecessary noise and bright lights, limit distractions
Demonstrate respect and empathy
Validate feelings "You seem to be uncomfortable
Address immediate concerns
Listen actively - lean forward, make eye contact, paraphrase to show understanding, brief
verbal affirmations
Support problem solving and decision making by asking clarifying questions
Avoid providing your opinion
Provide education and additional information as requested
what are some risk factors of altered coping?
PORTLAND |100% ACCURATE GRADED A| SOLVED
what are the lifespan considerations for children regarding stress?
no developed normal coping processes
lack of understanding of the concept of stress
coping skills are a strong determinant of the effect of ACESs in later life
what are some lifespan considerations for adulter adults?
tend to use denial and acceptance as coping strategies
likely to avoid the problem or withdraw from normal activities
what are the key concepts of the general adaptation syndrome?
explains the physiological response to stress over time.
what are the stages of general adaptation syndrome?
alarm, resistance, exhaustion
what are the key concepts of transactional model of stress?
This model explains how individuals assess and respond to stress through cognitive
appraisal and coping strategies.
What is the transactional model of stress and coping?
Stressor – Any external challenge or demand.
Primary Appraisal – Evaluating the stressor:
,Perceived susceptibility
Perceived severity
Motivational relevance
Causal focus
Secondary Appraisal – Assessing coping ability:
Perceived control over outcomes
Perceived control over emotions
Self-efficacy
Coping Effort:
Problem management (actively addressing stressor)
Emotional regulation (managing emotional response)
Moderators:
Dispositional coping style
Social support
Meaning-Based Coping:
Positive reappraisal
Revised goals
Spiritual beliefs
Positive events
Outcomes (Adaptation):
Emotional well-being
, Functional status
Health behaviors
what is primary appraisal?
appraisal on if the stressor is irrelevant, positive with pleasurable emotions or stressful
and viewed as a threat or challenge
what is secondary appraisal?
judgement of the situation in terms of significance to one's well-being and how one can
manage the situation. this is determined by how much control one feels they have. less
perceived control= higher level of distress
what are some nursing interventions during cognitive apprasial?
Non-threatening stance/posture
Create a safe space - limit unnecessary noise and bright lights, limit distractions
Demonstrate respect and empathy
Validate feelings "You seem to be uncomfortable
Address immediate concerns
Listen actively - lean forward, make eye contact, paraphrase to show understanding, brief
verbal affirmations
Support problem solving and decision making by asking clarifying questions
Avoid providing your opinion
Provide education and additional information as requested
what are some risk factors of altered coping?
